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Hormones
4th Edition - January 13, 2022
Author: Gerald Litwack
Hardback ISBN:9780323902625
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eBook ISBN:9780323984607
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Hormones, Fourth Edition provides a report on the field of human hormones viewed in light of our current understanding of cellular and subcellular architecture, along with the… Read more
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Hormones, Fourth Edition provides a report on the field of human hormones viewed in light of our current understanding of cellular and subcellular architecture, along with the molecular details of their modes of action. Comprehensive information about hormone action on canonical and non-canonical signaling pathways at cellular and subcellular level and effects on architecture and function of organ systems are discussed. All chapters in this new edition have been completely updated to cover advances in endocrinology research, which has expanded significantly in the last few years. Vast coverage of hormones not previously covered and newly discovered aspects of hormone action are also included.
This new fourth edition is intended to be used by advanced undergraduates and graduate students in the biological sciences. It will also provide useful background information for health professionals, clinicians and researchers in the field of endocrinology, metabolism and biochemistry.
Includes updates on all chapters
Covers sleep hormones, growth factors, intestinal hormones, calcium-sensing receptor of parathyroid, and others
Provides essential basics for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and researchers in the biological sciences, as well as clinical aspects and applications for clinicians
Presented in separate hormone systems, covering the subcellular mode of action of selected hormones and a detailed understanding of their human anatomy and physiology
Senior undergraduates, medical students and other students in health-related fields, clinicians and researchers in the field of endocrinology, metabolism and biochemistry in general. Graduate students in medicine, pharmacy and biology+
Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
About the author
Preface to the fourth edition
Chapter 1. Hormones: an introduction
Abstract
I Overview of hormones
II Hormone receptors
III Mechanisms of hormone action
IV Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 2. Steroid hormones: chemistry, biosynthesis, and metabolism
Abstract
I Introduction
II Chemistry of steroids
III Biosynthesis of steroids
IV Serum-binding proteins for steroid hormones
Further reading
Chapter 3. The hypothalamus and anterior pituitary
Abstract
I Introduction
II Anatomical relationships
III Structure, synthesis, secretion, and target cells of the hypothalamic releasing hormones
IV Chemistry of the anterior pituitary hormones
V Regulation and biological actions of growth hormone and prolactin
VI The hypothalamus and appetite regulation
VII Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 4. Posterior pituitary hormones
Abstract
I Introduction
II Anatomy of the posterior pituitary
III Chemistry, biosynthesis, and secretion of the posterior pituitary hormones
IV Biological actions of AVP
V Biological actions of oxytocin
VI Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 5. Thyroid hormones
Abstract
I Introduction
II Anatomy of the thyroid gland
III Chemistry of the thyroid hormones
IV Synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones
V Regulation of thyroid hormone secretion
VI Biological actions of T3
VII Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 6. Pancreatic hormones: insulin and glucagon
Abstract
I Introduction
II Anatomical, morphological, and physiological relationships
III Chemistry, biochemistry, and biological activities of the pancreatic hormones
IV Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 7. Gastrointestinal hormones
Abstract
I Introduction
II Anatomical and physiological relationships
III Biochemical properties and molecular actions
IV Clinical aspects
Further reading
Chapter 8. Eicosanoids
Abstract
I Introduction
II Structure and nomenclature of eicosanoids
III Synthesis and inactivation of eicosanoids
IV Eicosanoid receptors and signaling
V Examples of biological actions of prostaglandins
Appendix 6. Units of measurement in biological systems
Index
No. of pages: 474
Language: English
Published: January 13, 2022
Imprint: Academic Press
Hardback ISBN: 9780323902625
eBook ISBN: 9780323984607
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Gerald Litwack
Dr. Litwack is an accomplished and prolific author and editor at Elsevier. Spanning over 25 years, he has been the editor of over 55 volumes of Vitamins and Hormones, co-author of Hormones, editor of 14 volumes of Biochemical Actions of Hormones, co-editor of Actions of Hormones on Molecular Processes, author of Human Biochemistry and Disease, and Human Biochemistry. He is the author of almost 300 journal articles and has been on the editorial boards of numerous journals, including Endocrinology, Cancer Research, Oncology Reports, Journal of Molecular Biochemistry, Apoptosis, and Critical Reviews in Eukaryotic Gene Expression.
Dr. Litwack is Emeritus Professor and Chair of Basic Sciences, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, and is formerly Professor of Molecular and Cellular Medicine and Associate Director at the Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Texas A & M Health Science Center.
Affiliations and expertise
Emeritus Professor and Chair of Basic Sciences, The Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Scranton, PA 18503, USA